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Growth Spurt

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royal-family1 year ago

Royal Family's Year: Growth, Reflection, and Heartfelt Moments

Prince George, the eldest son of Prince William and Kate Middleton, is noticeably growing taller, nearly reaching his mother's height of 5'9". At 11 years old, George is experiencing growth spurts, sparking online discussions about his resemblance to his father and grandfather, King Charles III. Observers at the "Together At Christmas" Carol Service at Westminster Abbey noted his mature appearance and speculated that he might eventually surpass his father, Prince William, in height.

science2 years ago

Bonobos: Our Surprising Genetic Kinship

A study published in the journal eLife challenges the belief that the human adolescent growth spurt in body length is unique to humans. The study found that bonobos, a species of primates, also experience growth spurts in body weight and length during adolescence. The researchers reinterpreted data from other studies on non-human primates and concluded that adolescent growth spurts likely occur in other monkeys as well. The findings highlight the importance of considering scaling laws when interpreting growth curves and suggest that human-like growth spurts may be more common among non-human primates than previously thought.

parenting2 years ago

"7 Essential Science-Based Skills for New Parents"

A child and parenting expert has shared seven science-backed things that all parents of a six-week-old baby should know to survive the six-week hump. These include seeking out baby groups, being honest with people and talking about your problems, enjoying the smiles, monitoring your mood, being ready for the growth spurt, watching out for colic and reflux, and practicing tummy time. The expert also stresses the importance of seeking help for postpartum depression, which affects between seven and 20 percent of mothers.